Remote Marketing & Graphics Design Intern

Evening Post Publishing; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional publishing company is seeking a Marketing and Graphics Design Intern to assist in various marketing strategies and event planning. This hands-on role requires creativity in graphic design for print and digital media, along with effective communication skills. Candidates must be currently enrolled at the University of South Carolina - Columbia, pursuing studies in marketing or communication. The position offers valuable experience in a collaborative environment, focusing on promotional efforts and engagement through creative marketing tactics.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at University of South Carolina - Columbia.
• Studies in marketing, communication, design or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Reliable access to internet service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate promotional opportunities to enhance regional information sources.
• Conduct email marketing campaigns to increase engagement.
• Create engaging graphics for various platforms using design software.
• Write copy for ads, collateral, and social media.
• Plan and execute events for subscribers and community partners.

Skills

Self-starter with the ability to work independently

Background in graphics for print, web, and social media

Attention to detail

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Strong copywriting skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Software

Education

Currently enrolled at University of South Carolina - Columbia

Studies in marketing, communication, design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Software

Job description

The Post and Courier Columbia Marketing and Graphics Design Intern

Job Openings The Post and Courier Columbia Marketing and Graphics Design Intern

About the job The Post and Courier Columbia Marketing and Graphics Design Intern

The Post and Courier is seeking a highly motivated intern who has a desire to learn a variety of marketing strategies and event planning to help grow The Post and Courier Columbia. This is a hands-on position and will provide experience in digital and event marketing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate promotional opportunities to position The Post and Courier Columbia t as a leading information source for the region. Opportunities include in-person and virtual events and sponsorships throughout Columbia.
• Conduct e-mail marketing campaigns with the goal of increasing engagement and converting to digital subscriber.
• Create engaging graphics that will include print, digital advertising, email marketing and other marketing materials using Canva and other graphic software.
• Write copy for print and digital ads, social media, web, collateral and email marketing.
• Plan and execute events for subscribers, advertisers and community partners.
• Participate and work at events of The Post and Courier Columbia or to represent the brand.
• Photo organization and management of assets for the marketing department.
• Contribute fresh new engaging ideas and be willing to take on new challenges.
• Prioritize, manage time and meet multiple deadlines.
• Proactively stay ahead of industry best practices and trends through research, networking, training and education.
• Work collaboratively across departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains a weekly journal of activity and attends check-in meetings as assigned.

Requirements, minimum education level, and experience:

• Currently enrolled at University of South Carolina - Columbia.
• Studies in marketing, communication, design or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to work independently remotely, if necessary, in a suitable workspace that meets safety guidelines
• Reliable access to internet service

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a collaborative, team environment
• Background in graphics for use on the print, web and social media
• Incredible attention to detail & capable of multi-tasking and coordinating several projects at once
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong copywriting skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Software or other design software
• Ability to quickly learn and become proficient in new technology
• Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned
• Positive, professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and passion for the position and its opportunities

Physical Requirements, Work Environment and Travel:

Regularly required to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time. The job requires reaching with hands and arms, bending and stooping; light to moderate lifting of 15-30 pounds. The job requires hearing, speaking and writing with close eye work on a computer screen.

The worker is generally subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Local travel may be required occasionally.